Siminalayi Fubara, governor of Rivers state, says he withdrew from the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship primary in the interest of peace, stability, and unity in the state. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Fubara said his decision followed “deep reflection and extensive consultations” with family members, friends and political associates. The governor said personal…
The Rivers APC leadership in Ahoada West Local Government Area has declared that it will obey any political directives issued by Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, ahead of the 2027 general elections. Party leaders said they remain firmly aligned with Wike because of his political influence and record in the state. The…
The National Vice Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), South South, Victor Giadom, has told Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara that he must pass through Nyesom Wike to win any political contest in the state. Giadom made the remark on Tuesday during Wike’s “thank you” visit to Gokana Local Government Area. He described Wike,…
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, recently issued a strong warning about Rivers State politics. He declared that residents will avoid past mistakes in the 2027 elections. This statement highlights the ongoing tensions in the state. Wike spoke during a thank-you visit to the Khana people in Bori, Khana Local Government Area….
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has described himself as Nigeria’s most abused politician after President Bola Tinubu. He also declared that political activities in Rivers State will formally begin in January 2026. Wike spoke on Saturday during a thanksgiving service organised by former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Chibudom Nwuche,…
The Rivers State House of Assembly has criticised Governor Siminalayi Fubara over remarks he made during a road commissioning ceremony. Moreover, the lawmakers said the governor’s comments were unnecessary and capable of igniting new tension across the state. The Rivers Assembly reaction adds a fresh layer to the ongoing political standoff. Rivers Assembly Reaction: Lawmakers…
The PDP reacts to Fubara following his defection to the All Progressives Congress, describing the decision as a “self-inflicted injury” and a consequence of choices the governor “willingly embraced.” Governor Siminalayi Fubara announced his switch from the Peoples Democratic Party to the APC during a stakeholders’ meeting held at the Government House, Port Harcourt, on…
